National Register of Historic Places
Christ Church
Christ Church is a historic place in Irvington, Lancaster County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000841.
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About this place
What is Christ Church?
Christ Church is a historic Episcopal church in Lancaster County, Virginia, north of Irvington. Built in 1732–35, it is notable for its unique Georgian design, and is one of the best-preserved colonial churches in the southern United States. The church is the only colonial Virginia church that still has its original high-backed pews and one of two that has maintained its original three-tiered pulpit.
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Listing details
- Name
- Christ Church
- City
- Irvington
- County
- Lancaster County
- State
- Virginia
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000841
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 37.68073, -76.42326
When was Christ Church listed on the National Register?
Christ Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Christ Church located?
Christ Church is located in Irvington, Lancaster County, Virginia at approximately 37.68073, -76.42326. See the map above.
Is Christ Church a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Christ Church is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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